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Day 1 – Home to Bloomington

Travel to Bloomington, IL for an overnight stay. Lunch is served at Burnstad’s Cafe today before continuing on to our hotel. Enjoy an evening at your leisure tonight.

Included Meals: Lunch 

Hotel: Hampton Inn

Day 2 – Bloomington to Nashville

View fall colors as we make our way into Tennesse. Arrive in Nashville for our overnight. Enjoy the Manager’s “Kickback” Reception before attending the fabulous Grand Ole Opry.

Included Meals: Light Breakfast, Manager’s Reception 

Hotel: Drury Inn

Day 3 – Nashville to Pigeon Forge

Scenery is great as we travel to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, two quaint little cities nestled in the Smoky Mountains. Dinner is served at the charming Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant. Attend one of the hottest shows playing in Pigeon Forge, “Country Tonite.”

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner 

Hotel: Music Road Hotel

Day 4 – Pigeon Forge

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast this morning. Later, visit Dollywood, the greatest variety of wholesome entertainment in the Smokies! Choose from 40 live shows, 50 craft showcase displays, Dollywood Boulevard, eight acres of movie memories and more. Dollywood will lift your spirits and leave you with special memories.

Included Meals: Light Breakfast 

Day 5 – Pigeon Forge to Asheville Area

Take a scenic tram ride up America’s largest aerial tramway. The breathtaking panorama of Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains is inspiring. Enter the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, the most visited of all the National Parks. See the beauty of the park in fall foliage as we motor along The Blue Ridge Parkway, one of the most beautiful drives in America. Our hotel is located just outside of Asheville, where we’ll spend two relaxing nights. Dinner is at Travinia Italian Kitchen, a local favorite restaurant.

Included Meals: Light Breakfast, Dinner

Hotel: Hampton Inn & Suites

Day 6 – Asheville Area

Today you will cross the threshold into a world of hospitality, beauty, and luxury that has remained unchanged for more than a century. The Biltmore Estate, home of George Washington Vanderbilt, is a testament to the uncompromising ideals of an exceptional man. Stroll the immaculate gardens and enjoy a delicious lunch at the estates Deer Park Restaurant, offering a wonderful atmosphere. Tour the Biltmore’s own winery which has become the most visited and among the most acclaimed. Later wind along Hickory Nut Gorge, a scenic canyon drive as we motor through colorful mountains to Chimney Rock Park, with its towering granite monolith that affords breathtaking 75-mile views.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

Day 7 – Asheville Area to Frankfort, KY

We make our way to Berea today for lunch at Boone Tavern. It is here that the famous Berea College is located. This afternoon you are guests at the Old Friends Living History Farm where they provide a safe haven & permanent retirement to Thoroughbreds whose racing & breeding careers have come to an end. Arrive at your hotel for a restful evening and choose from a variety of restaurants tonight.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch 

Hotel: Hampton Inn 

Day 8 – Frankfort to Bloomington, IL

This morning stop at Churchill Downs in Louisville, home of the world’s most famous horse race. Later arrive in Bloomington for our last overnight. Enjoy a farewell dinner together at Pizza Ranch.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner 

Hotel: Hampton Inn

Day 9 – Bloomington to Home

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before we make our final stretch for home. Enjoy lunch on your own along the way. Arrive home late afternoon or evening.

Included Meals: Breakfast